HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries

Name: HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries
Rating: 4.6 (1662 reviews)
Author: A+E Global Media

By: A+E Global Media App

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Overview

Version:

11.1.2

Last updated: 2026-08-25

Features & Capabilities

Stream HISTORY TV shows and documentaries with HISTORY: watch full episodes, catch up on seasons, and access exclusive clips and deleted scenes. Enjoy a curated library including Alone, Pawn Stars, Mountain Men, Forged in Fire, American Pickers, and more.

Create and sign in to a HISTORY profile to continue watching across devices. The HISTORY app uses Nielsen measurement and content is available in the United States; some content requires a participating TV provider.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

A+E Global Media

Rating:

4.60

(1,662) 0.10

Version:

11.1.2 Last updated: 2026-08-25

Version code:

889634337

Creation date:

2012-12-13

Compatible devices:

Size:

122.75MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-27

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 43,939 ▼ 151

Other rankings

#1 in history keyword 28 #41 in show keyword 26 ▼ 10#71 in medium keyword 20 ▲

Other platforms

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries (v8.8.3_android)

7,220,544 4.11

(61,757)

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Developed by:

A+E Global Media

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/history-shows-documentaries/id576009463

Website:

https://www.history.com/

User Reviews

Users praise engaging, educational History content and on-the-go access, with Oak Island as a fan favorite. However, they repeatedly fault heavy, repetitive ads that disrupt playback, ad-driven crashes, limited access to locked shows, and occasional app instability. Addressing ad handling, content access, and performance would substantially improve the experience for History: Shows & Documentaries fans.

Pros

Engaging, well-edited history content that keeps the narrative moving toward a conclusion.
Easy to watch on the go — accessible anywhere and great for staying caught up.
Educational, accurate, and broad coverage of historical topics.
Oak Island is a favorite centerpiece; strong appeal for history fans.
A broad range of topics and informative presentation.

Cons

Excessive, repetitive ad breaks interrupt episodes (long commercial blocks).
Ads cause playback issues, including freezing/crashing during ads or interactive ads.
Content access is limited by provider requirements; many shows are locked or unavailable.
General app instability: slow loading, random crashes, and navigation glitches.
Ads include political content or non-English (Spanish) ads that detract from the experience.

Recent reviews

I cannot watch another episode of ANYTHING on the HISTORY Channel! Every ten minutes of a very good show, it breaks to the same eight or nine commercials that go on for three to four minutes each. I am very disappointed because the show content is good but, the frequent and repetitive commercials ruin what, would be, a wonderful experience.